Win a Trip to the Red Arrows for You & a Friend
Firstcall Photo is giving you two chances to win a once-in-a-lifetime experience with the world-famous Red Arrows! Whether you’re a photographer looking for breathtaking shots or simply an aviation enthusiast, this is an exclusive opportunity to see the Red Arrows up close, meet the pilots, and capture images very few ever get to take.
This unique opportunity is made possible through Firstcall Photo's parent company, LUMESCA Group, who have been proud sponsors of the Red Arrows for many years and two winners, together with their guests, will join our group on 3rd October.
How to Enter
Prize 1 – Newsletter Subscribers
- Simply subscribe to our newsletter by 21st September 2025 and stay subscribed.
- Anyone who signs up between 1st–21st September will be automatically entered.
- Already subscribed? You can still enter! Look out for the entry form sent to our mailing list on 2nd September.
- Winner will be contacted by email and/or phone on 22nd September 2025.
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Prize 2 – Spend £250+ at Firstcall Photo
- Spend £250 or more in a single order (online, on the phone, or in-store) before 21st September 2025.
- Each qualifying order counts as an entry.
- Winner will be contacted by email and/or phone on 22nd September 2025.
- Need inspiration for your next purchase? Check out our Print & Processing Supplies, see what's New In at Firstcall, or grab a bargain in our Clearance Sale.
What You’ll Experience on the Day
Your Red Arrows visit will run from 9am–3pm on 3rd October 2025 at RAF Waddington. The day includes:
- A presentation on the activities of the Red Arrows, given by a Squadron Officer
- Sitting in on the pilots’ pre-sortie briefing
- Weather permitting, watching a flying display practice
- A photograph with the pilots in front of one of the aircraft
- Observing the pilots’ debrief session
- A buffet lunch with the team members
- A guided tour of the Hawk aircraft by an RAF engineer
Don’t forget your camera and lenses, this is a unique opportunity to capture images of the Red Arrows in action that few photographers ever get.
Important Information
- Each prize includes two tickets (winner and guest).
- Tickets are not for sale, have no monetary value, and cannot be bought or re-sold.
- Winners and guests are responsible for their own travel and accommodation.
- Entry to RAF Waddington requires providing photographic ID (passport or driving licence) and car registration details in advance.
- The RAF requires attendee information ahead of the visit and reserves the right to refuse entry. If a winner cannot attend, a new winner will be selected. If a guest cannot attend, the winner may nominate a different guest.
- Both attendees must be comfortable having their photo taken, as they may appear on Firstcall Photo's website or social media channels.
- Dietary requirements will be collected in advance.
- Please come prepared for the weather: warm, waterproof clothing is strongly recommended (umbrellas are not permitted on the flight line).
- If the date gets cancelled or re-arranged by the RAF due to weather or operational reasons, you and your guest will be re-invited to the next available opportunity.
Address & Travel
Full event details, directions, and transport arrangements will be provided to winners ahead of the day.
Ready to Enter?
Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to photograph the Red Arrows up close. Enter now for two chances to win with Firstcall Photo!